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Dogwood disease #639373

Asked May 22, 2020, 12:10 PM EDT

This started when the dogwood leaves came out. What is it and what treatment should I do? Thanks!

Howard County Maryland

Expert Response

Hi - This is spot anthracnose or elsinoe leaf spot. Please see the following information that includes management. It is already too late to spray for the disease and a fungicide will not cure the current symptoms. In the fall, rake up and dispose of the fallen leaves.
https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/topics/spot-anthracnose-dogwood-or-elsino%C3%AB-leaf-spot

Christa
Answered by the Home & Garden Information Center's Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists Replied May 26, 2020, 8:42 AM EDT

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